According to NIQ’s 2026 research, nearly 7 in 10 Indians visit restaurants, cafés or bars at least once a quarter, creating greater opportunities for…
Local cafés are proving that specialty coffee can work outside the metros too. With the café market expected to grow at around 19% CAGR through FY28…
According to World Coffee Portal, India’s branded coffee-shop market reached 5,339 outlets in 2025, adding around 600 stores in a year.
Restaurant owners have to be strong with their service, quick with kitchen preparations and all while making sure the food quality stays top notch…
With the global natural food-colours market valued at US$2.38 billion in 2025 and projected to reach US$4.11 billion by 2033, colour is becoming a…
According to Deloitte’s 2025 India survey, 94% of Gen Z value on-the-job learning, highlighting the need for restaurants to offer clearer career…
Ingredient standardisation is emerging as one of the industry's most effective tools for protecting margins while scaling profitably.
Companies are investing in technology, loyalty ecosystems, data analytics and omnichannel experiences to improve customer lifetime value rather than…
A realistic expectation for most independent cafés is a 5% to 15% net profit margin, with higher profits achievable through efficient operations,…
With India's foodservice market expected to surpass US$150 billion by 2030, growing at 10–11% annually, restaurant brands are balancing strong…
With the global specialty coffee market exceeding US$100 billion and growing at 10–12% annually, fermented coffees command 20–100% price premiums,…
With food costs accounting for nearly 28–35% of revenue, even a small reduction can significantly boost profitability.
One thing is clear: sustainable growth isn't accidental. It is built on strong products, memorable guest experiences, data-driven decisions, and…
The logic was simple: if guests could see what you spent, they'd feel the value of it.
Chefs today have stepped into the spotlight as brand ambassadors, storytellers, guest relationship managers and business leaders.
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